My son and I enjoyed listening to Ender's Game very much. He is almost 9 and I went back and forth before deciding to let him listen. Many of the concepts were over his head but he enjoyed hearing a tale about an exceptional boy. It provided us good opportunities to talk in detail about how decisions impact us and the importance of treating others with understanding and respect. I really enjoyed the book, finally getting a chance to listen to it after it has been on my "to read" list for ages. I think when my son is older, maybe 14 or so that he will fully be able to appreciate the themes, characters, and quality of the writing.

Ender's Game is a deeply complex and intriguing novel, that asks and answers a simple question. What would you do to save the world?

Ender's Game is set in the near future of Earth, in a world that has united in order to fight off the Alien menace known as the "Buggers". The International Fleet guards the Sol system, The Stratego commands the Solar System defence and the Hegemon controls the planet Earth.

In the emergency, every married couple is only allowed a maximum of two children, unless mandated by the military. Into this world is born Andrew (Ender) Wiggin, a 'Third'. Specially requisitioned by the military for his potential, Ender is thrust into the desperate world of the International Fleet Battle School. In this world he is one of the youngest but will he survive the infighting of the school and prove himself worthy of being a military commander. For all that matters in the battle school is "The Game".

Ender's Game is a masterpiece of writing and poses an intriguing question "What would be do or give up in order to save the world?". Ender's Game explores what would possibly occur if Aliens attacked Earth. What the human race would do to help each other, how would the battles be fought against a technologically superior race and what sacrifices would be needed to save the world.

Orson Scott Card has produced a master-work asking deep questions that truly ask us what it means to be human and why it is important. As indicated by my ratings this Audio-book is well read by a small cast of narrators who help provide depth and emotions to the characters within the story. This audio-book is suitable for Mid-teens upwards and has a engaging storyline of truly gifted children.

I highly recommend this book. Orson Scott Card does an amazing job at making the reader love his characters. Say what you will about the author, he writes an amazing story. After Ender's Game you should also listen to Ender's Shadow. It complements Ender's Game perfectly and adds an entirely new perspective to Ender's story.

Absolutely, and I have. The story is quick, concise, and extremely enjoyable.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Ender's Game?

When Ender kills Bonzo in the shower, out of self defense.

What about Stefan Rudnicki and Harlan Ellison ’s performance did you like?

Well I have never heard them before and I didn't know who is who but the overall performance was fantastic. There are actually 5 or 6 people narrating at different times and it gives fantastic depth to the story. I normally don't care for ensemble casts but this was great.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

In the final battle Ender and his fleet are massively outnumbered and one of his commanders jokingly says "the enemies gate is down" which is a theme Ender starts at battle school. In that moment of tension I laughed so hard, it was great.

Any additional comments?

I had never read the original story. I was skeptical having listened to the preview. BUT I ultimately figured anything having lasted in the minds of sci-fi fans for twenty years HAS to be good. It was. Nothing is superfluous and the story is straight forward. It's over before you know it.

The only issue I had is that the pacing is fast. Years and events are skipped which is highly understandable. However, it is a fun ride that ends before you have the chance to fully enjoy it. I read it in two days, two very short days. If you love sci-fi there's no way you don't read this.

I had this book on my Wish List for about 4 years. Finally, I bought the book and started it anticipating the movie later this year. I listened without knowing much of anything about Orson Scott Card. After completing it, I did Google him and learned the basics...and the controversial things he has said.

I'm glad I did these things in this order, because if I had researched Card first, I might have missed out on a wonderful story placed in a unique universe. I have since listened to "Speaker For the Dead" and "Xenocide."

"Ender's Game" is vivid, engaging, and well paced. The multiple narrators do a good job with most voices and the characters are all memorable.

It's hard to reconcile a person with the creative mind that Orson Scott Card possesses having such narrow views on social issues. However, as this is an audiobook review, I will end with suggesting that you don't let any news reports about him keep you from this book. It is an excellent listen and should be on your short list.